Longer sentences for killers with history of controlling behaviour

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Longer sentences for killers with history of controlling behaviour

The MoJ has announced plans for tougher sentences for domestic killers.

Date - 17th March 2023
By - Cachella Smith

Controlling/coercive behaviour is set to become an aggravating factor within murder sentencing, the Ministry of Justice has announced. It will mean that convicted murderers could face longer prison sentences if they have a history of coercive or...

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